Oxnard pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Oxnard is low; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Oxnard's coastal setting on the Ventura County shore features eucalyptus, oak, and introduced palm as the main tree pollen sources in parks and along streets, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Ventura County farmland and coastal grasslands contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while onshore Pacific winds frequently disperse urban pollen.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    1/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Oxnard right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Oxnard are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Oxnard tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Oxnard will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Oxnard this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Oxnard?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Oxnard. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. birch, cypress, oak, willow, alder, and artemisia are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Oxnard?
Oxnard's pollen season opens with acacia and introduced trees from January in the mild Ventura County coastal climate. Oak and grass follow through March and April, with the season peaking earlier than most US cities. Strong onshore Pacific winds frequently disperse urban pollen, while surrounding Ventura County farmland contributes substantial grass and crop pollen. The dry summer largely suppresses mid-season pollen along the coast.
How often is the Oxnard pollen forecast updated?

The Oxnard pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Oxnard come from nearby or far away?

Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.

Are pollen levels in Oxnard based on measurements or forecasts?

Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.

Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Oxnard, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.

This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.

Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Oxnard.

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